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Comparing the Classic Editor, Quick Editor, and the Search REST API

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      To perform a Full Text Search, you can create indexes using one of the following methods:

      Classic Editor

      To create an index, left-click on the Add Index button to invoke the Classic Editor.

      fts add index initial

      Quick Editor

      To quickly edit an index, left-click on the Quick Edit button towards the right-hand side on the Full Text Indexes panel to invoke the Quick Editor.

      fts quick edit screen

      The Differences

      • The Classic Editor

        • Exposes the most advanced creation tool in which users directly configure the full range of index mapping options.

        • Intended for power users who are already familiar with the concepts of full-text search.

      • The Quick Editor

        • The Quick Editor allows users to configure the mapping by working with sample documents and higher-level abstractions.

        • The Quick Editor it does not support all of the advanced options of the Classic Editor.

        • The Quick Editor is intended for new users who are still learning about full-text search.

      • The Search REST API

        • Allows users to instantly configure indexes via JSON payloads.

        • Good for exporting, importing, and porting Search index definitions.

        • Complex syntax typically precludes editing outside of one of the UI editors.